Analyze a persuasive message for claims of fact-value-policy

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Analyze a persuasive message for claims of fact, value, and policy.

The Skeptic's Guide to the Universe stars an academic neurologist and several science journalists who debunk science myths. In this episode, they are criticizing the famous primatologist Jane Goodall because she is protesting Starbucks' pumpkin spice latte for using GMO pumpkin spice.

-List the major claims raised in the podcast.

-Label the types of claims that you listed: fact, value, policy.

-Identify the thesis.

-Jot down any additional notes you think are relevant: evidence, warrants, etc.

-Answer the discussion prompt.

What claims do you think the team used to defend their thesis? What categories did claims fall under? Overall, what type of message is this podcast: fact, value, or policy? Defend thr answer and provide examples to support the position.

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